This adorable crochet child’s backpack is not only functional but irresistibly charming, complete with plush bunny ears and a cozy handmade design. Ideal for toddlers or preschoolers, this pattern guides you through each step to create a soft and sturdy bag perfect for carrying snacks, toys, or tiny treasures. Featuring a magnetic snap closure, a drawstring cord, and comfy crocheted straps, this project combines creativity with practicality.
Crochet Bunny Backpack
The pattern also allows customization with different yarn colors or adding initials, making it a lovely personalized gift. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a confident beginner, this backpack is a rewarding project that blends cuteness and utility.
Materials Needed
- 2 rolls of textile yarn (approx. 100m each)
- White plush wool (Himalaya Dolphin Baby)
Crochet hooks: Sizes 6mm, 5mm, and 4.5mm
- Stitch markers
- Magnetic snap
- Scissors
- 2 small (28mm) and 1 large (35mm) carabiners
Backpack Base
- Use a 6mm crochet hook and chain 10 stitches.
- Single crochet 8 stitches into the back loops of the chain.
- Work 3 single crochet stitches into the 9th chain.
Continue with 8 single crochet stitches on the opposite side.
- Make 3 single crochet stitches into the last chain stitch to round the edge.
- Join with a slip stitch to form an oval.
- Continue in continuous rounds using the waistcoat stitch.
- Increase at rounded edges to shape an oval base (approx. 19cm x 11cm).
- Iron gently with a damp cloth to flatten.
Backpack Body
- Begin working upward from the base, increasing in three spots in the first round.
- Crochet 17 rounds in single crochet.
- Finish with a round of slip stitches for a smooth top edge.
Cord Closure
- Make a twisted cord from textile yarn about 2.30 meters long.
- Thread it through the top edge of the backpack body to cinch it closed.
Backpack Flap
- Chain 12 and single crochet across.
- Add 3 single crochet stitches into the 11th chain to round the corner.
- Continue with single crochets on the opposite side.
- Increase at the edges to form a curved flap that covers the opening.
- Finish with a border of single crochet and slip stitches.
Bunny Ears (Make 2)
- Start with a magic ring and work 6 single crochet stitches into it.
- Increase in the next few rounds to build width.
- Switch yarn color for the inner ear portion.
- Work several rounds without increases.
- Decrease to taper the top of the ear.
Continue until the ear reaches the desired length.
- Flatten the ear and crochet the sides together.
Assembly
- Sew bunny ears to the flap.
- Attach the flap securely to the back of the backpack.
- Install the magnetic snap closure on both flap and body.
Straps
- Chain 54 for the main straps.
- Single crochet across and fasten off.
- Make one smaller strap for the top loop.
- Attach straps to the backpack using carabiners for easy adjustment and added charm.
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